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Tony Garland, Paul Henebury, Steve Lewis, and Andy Woods

God, who made the world and everything in it . . . gives to all life, breath, and all things. [1 hour 6 minutes]

What has the church said throughout history concerning the duration of hell? [1 hour 3 minutes]

Then Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron in haste, and said, “I have sinned against the Lord your God and against you.” [1 hour 6 minutes]

Certain Epicurean and Stoic philosophers encountered Paul. And some said, “What does this babbler want to say?” [1 hour 2 minutes]

(Philippians 4:8-23) - It pleases the Lord when believers deliberately fill their minds with things that have the eight qualities - given by Paul in this section. Putting these things into practice will result in having "the God of peace” - bring the “peace of God” into believers' lives. - [49 minutes]

(Philippians 3:17-4:7) - Believers have their citizenship in heaven and should live in a way that befits their high status. - Their Savior will soon return from heaven to transform their mortal bodies and to take them to the - place He has been preparing for them in heaven. Because the Lord is near, believers should display - gentleness of spirit and should avoid anxiety through communion with God in prayer. - [46 minutes]

(Philippians 3:1-16) - Certain teachers were saying that anyone who desired to be saved must follow the legalistic code given - to the Jews in order to gain a righteous standing before God. Paul presented his own personal example - to prove the futility of putting confidence in human works for achieving merit before a holy God. Instead, - believers must put their faith in Christ alone, while we “press on toward the upward call of God.” - [50 minutes]

(Philippians 2:12-30) - Paul urges believers to “work out” their salvation with the help of God who is “at work” within them. - He provides three tangible examples of selfless service: himself, Timothy, and Epaphroditus. - [49 minutes]

These were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so. [1 hour 5 minutes]

(Philippians 2:1-11) - Paul exhorted the Philippians toward greater unity with one another, and in this section he - began to share examples of selfless humility which the Philippians were to imitate. The ultimate - example is found in the life of the Lord Jesus Christ. - [46 minutes]

(Philippians 1:19-30) - Paul was about to be on trial for his life, and the outcome was unknown. But far from being disheartened, - Paul rejoiced in the midst of his difficulties. He was ready to accept either outcome – to die and be with Christ - or to live and continue his ministry. He was constantly concerned about what would be best for others. - [24 minutes]

Andy responds to theological arguments annihilationists attempt to make against an eternal hell. [1 hour 4 minutes]

Then [Pharaoh] said to them, “The Lord had better be with you when I let you and your little ones go! Beware, for evil is ahead of you.” [1 hour 7 minutes]

(Philippians 1:12-18) - Public awareness of Paul's imprisonment provided a platform for Christians to openly share the gospel with boldness. - Paul was guarded day and night by a member of the Praetorian Guard, which allowed him to witness to a captive audience. - [22 minutes]

This session covers the background of the letter to the Philippians. - [18 minutes]

How does a careful consideration of context help us to understand the parable of the hidden treasure and the parable of the pearl of great price? This presentation is also available on Youtube, Rumble. [1 hour 12 minutes]

(Philippians 1:1-11) - Paul opened his letter to the Philippians by expressing his appreciation for their - partnership in the gospel. His gratitude to God overflowed with joy for their fellowship. - He prayed that their love would increase, knowing that He who works in them will carry it on until their glorification at the Day of Christ. - [35 minutes]

Taught at the Biblical Covenants Conference hosted by Grace Bible Church in Portage, WI on March 28, 2026. [3 hours 9 minutes]

Presentations 3 & 4 from the Biblical Covenants Conference held at Grace Bible Church, Portage, WI. Starts around the 4.30 mark. Taught at the Biblical Covenants Conference hosted by Grace Bible Church in Portage, WI on March 29, 2026. [2 hours 26 minutes]

The covenants and oaths of God provide the only reliable framework for the interpretation of of Scripture. Taught at the Biblical Covenants Conference hosted by Grace Bible Church in Portage, WI on March 26, 2026. [2 hours 5 minutes]

But the Jews who were not persuaded, becoming envious, took some of the evil men from the marketplace, and gathering a mob, set all the city in an uproar . . . [1 hour 4 minutes]

Andy responds to theological arguments annihilationists attempt to make against an eternal hell. [1 hour 5 minutes]

Thus says the Lord God of the Hebrews: ‘How long will you refuse to humble yourself before Me? Let My people go, that they may serve Me.' [1 hour 4 minutes]

For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been since the beginning of the world until this time, no, nor ever shall be. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on March 22, 2026. [51 minutes]

Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household. [1 hour 3 minutes]

For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been since the beginning of the world until this time, no, nor ever shall be. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on March 15, 2026. [44 minutes]

How can God be trusted to be faithful to us if He has been unfaithful to Israel? [1 hour 5 minutes]

Andy responds to theological arguments annihilationists attempt to make against an eternal hell. [1 hour 5 minutes]

Times of prosperity provide greater risk of hardening one's heart against God. [1 hour 8 minutes]

And as we have borne the image of the man of dust, we shall also bear the image of the heavenly Man. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on March 8, 2026. [44 minutes]

For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on March 1, 2026. [51 minutes]

Paul's life is endangered as he begins a "fourth missionary journey" to Rome. Video presentation is also available on Youtube and Rumble. [41 minutes]

Now it happened, as we went to prayer, that a certain slave girl possessed with a spirit of divination met us, who brought her masters much profit by fortune-telling. [1 hour 7 minutes]

Then I saw an angel coming down from heaven, having the key to the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. He laid hold of the dragon, that serpent of old, who is the Devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on February 22, 2026. [1 hour 3 minutes]

Now a certain woman named Lydia heard us. She was a seller of purple from the city of Thyatira, who worshiped God. The Lord opened her heart to heed the things spoken by Paul. [1 hour 2 minutes]

If anyone's work which he has built on it endures, he will receive a reward. If anyone's work is burned, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on February 15, 2026. [47 minutes]

Andy responds to Biblical arguments annihilationists attempt to make against an eternal hell. [1 hour 6 minutes]

So Moses said to Pharoah . . . I know that you will not yet fear the Lord God. [1 hour]

Now when they had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia. [1 hour 7 minutes]

And these will go away into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into eternal life. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on February 8, 2026. [48 minutes]

Andy responds to Biblical arguments annihilationists attempt to make against an eternal hell. [1 hour 5 minutes]

He who feared the word of the Lord among the servants of Pharaoh made his servants and his livestock flee to the houses. But he who did not regard the word of the Lord left his servants and his livestock in the field. [1 hour 5 minutes]

(2 Thessalonians 3:6-18) - In this section of his letter Paul would command the Thessalonians to take the next step - in dealing with a small group of unruly brethren who were expecting to be supported by the - local church. They were to be corrected and restored to normal fellowship when they returned - to living according to the traditions they had been taught. - [37 minutes]

And so Barnabas took Mark and sailed to Cyprus; but Paul chose Silas and departed, being 5commended by the brethren to the grace of God. [1 hour]

(2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5) - Paul expressed his thankfulness to God for their reception of the gospel which had changed - their lives in such significant ways. He encouraged them to be firmly established in the truths - that they were taught, so they would not be quickly shaken by false teaching. Paul also asked - God to strengthen them so that they would have the courage to carry out the commands given - to them by the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ. - [33 minutes]

A wise man's heart discerns both time and judgment, because for every matter there is a time and judgment. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on February 2, 2026. [51 minutes]

(2 Thessalonians 2:1-12) - Paul confirms his original instruction to the Thessalonians that Christ could come - for church-age saints at any moment. The Day of the Lord cannot begin until after - the departure of the church and the appearing of the man of lawlessness, who is being - restrained by the Holy Spirit until God's appointed time. - A separate chart shows evidence for the identity of the Restrainer. - [48 minutes]

Andy responds to Biblical arguments annihilationists attempt to make against an eternal hell. [1 hour 5 minutes]

They took ashes from the furnace and stood before Pharaoh, and Moses scattered them toward heaven. And they caused boils that break out in sores on man and beast. [57 minutes]

(2 Thessalonians 1:1-12) - This session begins with the background for the second letter to the Thessalonians. - Paul again praised them for their faith in the midst of persecution, and he reassured - them that there will be just punishment for those who are afflicting them. - A separate chart shows the distinctions between the Rapture and the Second Coming. - [51 minutes]

When they had read [the letter], they rejoiced over its encouragement. [1 hour 5 minutes]